Deutschland
France
Nederland
Great Britain
Sverige
Danmark
Suomi
Italia
Polska
Česko
EspañaVS
Mercedes C Class Estate vs Ford Focus comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (42,600 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Estate or Ford Focus?
Mercedes C Class Estate vs Ford Focus: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
C Class Estate
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Ford Focus is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Estate costs 42,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,086 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C Class Estate uses 4.7 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.
Focus
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes C Class Estate offers barely more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Focus is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Mercedes C Class Estate takes 5.8 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Estate delivers markedly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.
C Class Estate
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Ford Focus is visibly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,755 kg. The difference is around 425 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Estate offers slightly more boot space – 490 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 98 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Estate carries barely more – 565 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Ford Focus leads convincingly in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
from £27,500
Ford Focus
Mercedes C Class Estate
Ford Focus
Costs and Consumption
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
Engine and Performance
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
Dimensions and Body
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
Mercedes C Class Estate
The Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.
details
Ford Focus
The Ford Focus remains a clever all‑rounder that balances sharp handling with everyday comfort, making it a strong choice whether your commute is city streets or country lanes. Its practical cabin and sensible running costs mean you’ll spend more time enjoying the drive and less time worrying about ownership, with a playful streak underfoot that keeps things interesting.
details
Mercedes C Class Estate
Ford Focus
Costs and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
42,600 - 67,200 £
|
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6.9 L/100km
|
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
|
Electric Range
-
|
Electric Range
-
|
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
|
co2
123 - 157 g/km
|
co2
117 - 183 g/km
|
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
|
Dimensions and Body |
|
|---|---|
|
Body Type
Estate
|
Body Type
Hatchback
|
|
Seats
5
|
Seats
5
|
|
Doors
-
|
Doors
5
|
|
Curb weight
1,755 - 1,940 kg
|
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
|
|
Trunk capacity
490 L
|
Trunk capacity
392 L
|
|
Length
-
|
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
|
|
Width
1,820 mm
|
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
|
|
Height
-
|
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
|
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
|
|
Payload
460 - 565 kg
|
Payload
495 - 560 kg
|
Engine and Performance |
|
|---|---|
|
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
|
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
|
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
|
|
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
|
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
|
|
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
|
|
Power HP
186 - 288 HP
|
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
|
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.8 s
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
|
|
Max Speed
-
|
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
|
|
Torque
250 - 550 Nm
|
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
|
|
Number of Cylinders
4
|
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
|
|
Power kW
137 - 212 kW
|
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
|
|
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
|
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3
|
General |
|
|---|---|
|
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
|
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
|
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
|
|
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
|
Brand
Ford
|
DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved.
The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.